Hardware Announcement April 4, 2006 New IBM IntelliStation A Pro models introduce new graphics and new AMD Opteron processors • Choice of S.M.A.R.T. HDDs: Overview At a glance − 73.4 GB5 Ultra320 SCSI at Position yourself for the future of 10,000 rpm 64-bit computing with the The new highly scalable − 160 GB SATA at 7,200 rpm IntelliStation A Pro workstation. IntelliStation A Pro models deliver This workstation features AMD • 530-watt, auto ranging power price-to-performance ratio with the Opteron processors and PCI Express supply latest technologies, graphics, and x16 graphics that enable outstanding service and support. simultaneous 32- and 64-bit Compelling graphics • — computing to help optimize AMD Opteron processors performance. The AMD Opteron Your choice of dual-head capable PCI Single or SMP-capable Model processor helps protect your Express graphics: 254 or dual-core Model 285 • Up to 16 GB1 of ECC DDR investment in your current 32-bit • NVIDIA Quadro NVS 285 applications while preparing to SDRAM RDIMM addressable • NVIDIA Quadro FX 1400 memory2 migrate to 64-bit applications when • NVIDIA Quadro FX 3500 • you are ready. PCI Express x16 graphics: • NVIDIA Quadro FX 4500 − NVIDIA Quadro NVS 285 for performance 2D Take advantage of the multitasking, Outstanding support multithreaded application power of − NVIDIA Quadro FX 1400 for the latest IntelliStation A Pro models. The highly reliable IntelliStation A advanced 3D New technologies, including PCI Pro systems feature a three-year − NVIDIA Quadro FX 3500 for Express graphics and dual-core limited warranty on parts and labor. high-advanced 3D processors, contribute to an In the United States and Canada, call − NVIDIA Quadro FX 4500 for outstanding system design to help IBM at 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378). extreme 3D • you achieve the next level of Telephone support may be subject to HDDs: creativity and reduce project additional charges. − Integrated Ultra320 and turnaround times. SATA support Planned availability date − High-performance These highly scalable systems 10,000 rpm Ultra320 SCSI or deliver a price-to-performance ratio May 5, 2006 7,200 rpm SATA HDDs with that is ideal for petroleum/chemical, S.M.A.R.T. life sciences, and other • Choice of optical devices: high-performance computing − CD-RW/DVD-ROM segments. They also offer the combination freedom to create in the digital − Multiburner content and engineering segments. • Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 1394, They enable added realism through storage interfaces (U320 SCSI, more detail, textures or lighting, SATA, IDE), and audio smooth movement, and reducing • Rack-mountable tower system compositing and rendering time. with six slots, six bays, and 530-watt power supply with Solid performance power factor correction (PFC) • • Choice of new AMD Opteron Microsoft Windows XP processors Professional • Red Hat Enterprise Linux − Model 254 or dual-core 285 WS 4 (AMD64) models 4Fx and − SMP-capable 84x − 1 MB L2 cache (per core) • System hardware limited 3 — 4 • warranty CRU or on-site Up to 16 GB of PC3200 CL3 double three years, parts and labor data rate (DDR) ECC SDRAM RDIMM For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business • Dual Ultra320 SCSI and SATA Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at HDD subsystems 800-IBM-CALL Reference: SE001 This announcement is provided for your information only. For additional information, contact your IBM representative, call 800-IBM-4YOU, or visit the IBM home page at: http://www.ibm.com. IBM United States IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. 106-244 Description Advanced industrial design Rack-mountable tower The new IntelliStation A Pro systems deliver a leadership combination of technology, advanced industrial design, Expansion bays: Six expansion bays and IBM quality, service, and support. • Two accessible 5.25-inch half-high bays (one with General product attributes CD-ROM) • One accessible 3.5-inch slim bay • AMD Opteron system that supports internal processing • Three internal 3.5-inch slim bays (one with HDD) speeds up to 2.8 GHz Expansion slots: Six expansion card slots • Support for up to two CPUs • One PCI Express x16 slot occupied with graphics • 1 MB on-board L2 cache (per core) adapter • • Four DIMM sockets per CPU (eight total) offering One PCI-X 64-bit/133 MHz • address capability for 16 GB of ECC DDR SDRAM Three PCI-X 64-bit/100 MHz • RDIMM memory on dual-processor systems One PCI 64-bit/100 MHz with ZCR support • PCI Express x16 graphics slot on system board that Fans: Five to six fans supports the following dual-head-compatible PCI Express adapters: • One fan with power supply • Three additional system fans (80 x 38 mm) − NVIDIA Quadro NVS 285 with 64 MB video memory • One to two CPU fans − NVIDIA Quadro FX 1400 with 128 MB of DDR SDRAM Refer to the Limitations section for slot availability and − NVIDIA Quadro FX 3500 with 256 MB of GDDR3 card length restrictions. SDRAM − NVIDIA Quadro FX 4500 with 512 MB of GDDR3 System software SDRAM • Integrated SATA and dual-channel Ultra320 All models run Microsoft Windows XP Professional or Red Hat Enterprise Linux WS 4 and are shipped with the • Five PCI slots and one PCI Express x16 slot: following: − One PCI-X 64-bit/133 MHz • Preload image on the HDD − Three PCI-X 64-bit/100 MHz − One PCI 64-bit/100 MHz with zero-channel RAID • CD-ROM that includes selected device drivers for (ZCR) support Windows XP and Red Hat Enterprise Linux WS 4 • Choice of optical devices: • Diskette copies and hardcopy publications available for an additional charge. − CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combination − Multiburner • CD-ROM that includes selected device drivers for Windows XP and Red Hat Enterprise Linux WS 4 • Choice of S.M.A.R.T. HDDs: • Diskette copies and hardcopy publications available − 73.4 GB Ultra320 SCSI at 15,000 rpm for an additional charge. − 80 GB SATA at 7,200 rpm Refer to the Software information section for a full list of • Integrated Gigabit Ethernet with RJ-45 port software shipped with the IntelliStation A Pro. • 530-watt, voltage-sensing power supply with PFC Note: Applications and device drivers may vary from the • Rack-mountable tower with six slots, six bays, and five retail version and may not include all functions and to six fans documentation. Not all applications are available separately; titles are subject to change. IBM makes no • One PS/2 keyboard port, one PS/2 mouse port, two representation or warranties regarding non-IBM products. 9-pin serial ports, one 25-pin parallel port, five USB 2.0 For non-IBM software, applicable vendor software ports, and two IEEE 1394 ports licenses may apply. • AC′97 audio Compatibility, service, and support − Line in/out jacks and microphone-in on rear − Microphone-in and line-out on front • Compatibility: • IBM 104-key keyboard and three-button PS/2 mouse − PCI − EIDE/SCSI/SATA • Preloaded operating system − PCI Express − • USB Plug-and-play capability as supported by operating − Serial and parallel ports system For the latest information on software and hardware Note: Refer to the Additional product attributes section compatibility testing and certifications, visit for additional information. http://www4.pc.ibm.com/pwscompat • Manufactured to meet IBM high quality standards • Service and support: Three-year parts and labor, CRU or on-site repair (IOR) 106-244 -2- Accessibility by people with disabilities From its sleek, elegant exterior design to its interior layout, the system is designed for easy upgrade in a The following features support use by people with smaller minitower form factor. A powerful 530-watt power disabilities: supply delivers power to spare for the most robust configurations. All models use one of the six slots for a • Controls and latches operable with one hand and PCI Express graphics adapter. minimal dexterity • Keys are discernible by touch without activating them • Ports and connectors support connection of Reference information industry-standard devices 1 Maximum addressable memory is 16 GB in dual processor systems and 8 GB in single processor systems. 2 Standard memory in all models is PC3200 ECC DDR SDRAM Product positioning RDIMM. 3 For information on the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, call 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378) or contact your IBM The latest IntelliStation A Pro workstation with Opteron representative or reseller. Copies are available upon processors offers 64-bit computing while remaining request. compatible with the vast x86 software infrastructure. It 4 You may be asked certain diagnostic questions before a enables a single architecture across 32- and 64-bit technician is sent. environments — all using industry-standard components. 5 GB equals 1,000,000,000 bytes when referring to HDD New technologies in the AMD architecture enable capacity; accessible capacity may be less. simultaneous 32- and 64-bit computing to help optimize Trademarks performance. The AMD Opteron processor helps you protect your investment in your current 32-bit IntelliStation, PS/2, e-business logo, xSeries, and eServer applications, while allowing you to migrate to 64-bit are registered trademarks of International Business applications. Several AMD architectural design points Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries make this performance possible: or both. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft • Integrated memory controller changes the way the Corporation. processor accesses main memory, resulting in UNIX is a registered trademark of the Open Company in the increased bandwidth, reduced memory latencies, and United States and other countries. increased processor performance. Available memory Linux is a trademark of Linus Torvalds in the United States, other countries or both. bandwidth up to 6.4 GB/s (with PC3200) per processor Other company, product, and service names may be helps alleviate performance bottlenecks seen in trademarks or service marks of others.